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916 Regent Dr Apartment for rent in Dekalb, IL
$1,235
916 Regent Dr
Dekalb, IL
2 BR | Available Now
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Anthos At Dekalb Apartment for rent in Dekalb, IL
$1,115
Anthos At Dekalb
880 886/894 Regent Dr Dekalb, IL
2 BR | Available Now
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1107 Regent Dr Apartment for rent in Dekalb, IL
$1,255
1107 Regent Dr
Dekalb, IL
3 BR | Available Now
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02-vs-varsity Square Apartments, L.l.c. Apartment for rent in Dekalb, IL
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02-vs-varsity Square Apartments, L.l.c.
1212 Varsity Blvd Apt 215 Dekalb, IL
1 BR | Ask for Availability
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768 Fotis Dr Apartment for rent in Dekalb, IL
$1,600
768 Fotis Dr
Dekalb, IL
4 BR | Available Now
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815 Charles St Apartment for rent in Dekalb, IL
$500
815 Charles St
Dekalb, IL
1 BR | Available Now
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Eco Park Apartment for rent in Dekalb, IL
$1,250 - 1,650
Eco Park
1300 Eco Park Dr #8 Dekalb, IL
3 - 4 BR | Available Now
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1205 Rushmoore Dr Apartment for rent in Dekalb, IL
$1,345
1205 Rushmoore Dr
Dekalb, IL
4 BR | Aug. 10, 2025
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Lincolnshire West Apartment for rent in Dekalb, IL
$1,180 - 1,420
Lincolnshire West
1307 W Lincoln Hwy Dekalb, IL
2 - 3 BR | Jun. 12, 2025
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809 Edgebrook Dr Apartment for rent in Dekalb, IL
$1,400 - 1,595
809 Edgebrook Dr
Dekalb, IL
4 - 5 BR | Ask for Availability
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316 Ash Ct Apt B Apartment for rent in Dekalb, IL
$1,100
316 Ash Ct Apt B
Dekalb, IL
2 BR | Jul. 1, 2025
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818 Greenbrier Rd Apartment for rent in Dekalb, IL
$1,350
818 Greenbrier Rd
Dekalb, IL
3 BR | Aug. 1, 2025
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302 Ash Ct Apt A Apartment for rent in Dekalb, IL
$1,050
302 Ash Ct Apt A
Dekalb, IL
2 BR | Sep. 1, 2025
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319 Barberry Ct Apartment for rent in Dekalb, IL
$1,100
319 Barberry Ct
Dekalb, IL
2 BR | Aug. 1, 2025
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806 Greenbrier Rd Apartment for rent in Dekalb, IL
$850
806 Greenbrier Rd
Dekalb, IL
2 BR | Jul. 1, 2025
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1111 Spiros Ct Apartment for rent in Dekalb, IL
$1,425
1111 Spiros Ct
Dekalb, IL
3 BR | Available Now
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1003 Prospect St Apartment for rent in Dekalb, IL
$1,300
1003 Prospect St
Dekalb, IL
3 BR | Ask for Availability
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811 Greenbrier Rd Apt 1 Apartment for rent in Dekalb, IL
$900
811 Greenbrier Rd Apt 1
Dekalb, IL
2 BR | Aug. 15, 2025
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631 Lucinda Ave Apartment for rent in Dekalb, IL
$875
631 Lucinda Ave
Dekalb, IL
1 BR | Jul. 1, 2025
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812 Greenbrier Rd Apartment for rent in Dekalb, IL
$1,325
812 Greenbrier Rd
Dekalb, IL
3 BR | Aug. 1, 2025
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310 W Alden Pl Apartment for rent in Dekalb, IL
$1,050
310 W Alden Pl
Dekalb, IL
2 BR | Aug. 1, 2025
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$840
830 Greenbrier Rd
Dekalb, IL
3 BR | Jun. 22, 2025
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$950
1267 Rushmoore Dr
Dekalb, IL
3 BR | Jun. 13, 2025
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$1,450 - 1,800
Agora Tower
408 Oak St Dekalb, IL
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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$1,100
805 Greenbrier Rd
Dekalb, IL
2 BR | Sep. 1, 2025
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$900
811 Greenbrier Rd Apt 6
Dekalb, IL
2 BR | Aug. 1, 2025
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$1,100
615 Lucinda Ave
Dekalb, IL
3 BR | Jun. 1, 2025
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$1,100
617 Lucinda Ave
Dekalb, IL
3 BR | Aug. 1, 2025
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$1,325
1044 Regent Dr
Dekalb, IL
3 BR | Aug. 3, 2025
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$1,100
615 Lucinda Ave
Dekalb, IL
3 BR | Aug. 1, 2025
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in DeKalb?

DeKalb Apartments
Bed Type Average Rent Range
1BR $880 $550 - $1,540
2BR $1,180 $890 - $1,710
3BR $1,290 $950 - $1,430
4+BR $1,500 $1,350 - $1,600
Frequently Asked Questions

How many apartments are available in DeKalb, IL on Rentable.co?

Rentable.co has over 1,693 apartments available in DeKalb.

What is the average rent for a one-bedroom apartment in DeKalb, IL?

The average rent for a one-bedroom apartment in DeKalb is around $880 per month.

What is the average rent for a two-bedroom apartment in DeKalb, IL?

The average rent for a two-bedroom apartment in DeKalb is around $1,180 per month.

How expensive is it to rent an apartment in DeKalb, IL?

For a two-bedroom apartment in DeKalb, the average rent price is $1,180 per month, which is lower than the national average of $1,640 per month.

Can I afford an apartment for rent in DeKalb, IL?

Based on average rent prices in DeKalb, to afford a one-bedroom apartment you would need an annual household income of $35,000 to live comfortably.

Find a DeKalb Apartment

Dekalb is a fascinating city in Illinois. Although it has a population of under 50,000 people, the city has become a thriving hub for arts, culture, and education. Northern Illinois University is one of the business hubs that the city has grown up around, employing more other people than any other organization in the city. General Electric and Monsanto also have large offices in the area.

NIU is a school with approximately 23,000 students, including a law school with approximately 300 students enrolled. The University has a history stretching back more than 120 years and features a division I NCAAA athletics program. The NIU Huskies are included in the Mid-American Conference, and are supported with fierce intensity by the locals.

When to Search

Finding an apartment right in Dekalb can be tricky, as the vacancy of suites is actually below the national average. If you want to give yourself the best shot, try looking in the earlier part of the summer. This is usually your best opportunity to find a rental property.

Staying in the Know

Try to book all of your apartment viewings as early in the day as possible. That way, if you like the apartment and hit it off with the landlord, you're first in line. If you're happy with the place, submit an application on the spot to express interest before other interested parties get a chance to look at the apartment.

Life in DeKalb

Transportation

Dekalb is small enough that there is no large public transit system administered by the local government. However, students trying to get to school can take advantage of the routes operated by Huskie Bus lines, that connect NIU to the commonly visited living and shopping parts of Dekalb. Huskie runs 7 days a week, although with hour changes on weekends and over the summer.

Where to play

Golf is a great hobby for someone in the Dekalb area, as there are four great courses in and near the city. Right across the street to the south of NIU is Fatty's Pub, the local bar that caters to college students. For a fun and affordable day out, pay a visit to Star Worlds Arcade for an afternoon of playing vintage video games.

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DeKalb:
May Rent Report

Welcome to the May 2025 DeKalb Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the May 2025 key findings and figures for the DeKalb rental landscape.

Our experts analyze the pricing trends — one-bedroom, two-bedroom, year-over-year and month-over-month — in DeKalb and surrounding areas and provide comparisons to the entire metro area, nearby cities and some of the most desirable and expensive cities in the United States. Take a look at the last 12 months of DeKalb average rent prices in the chart below.

Monthly Rent Report

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DeKalb Rent Prices Increase From April to May

DeKalb rent prices increased over the last month. From April to May, the city experienced a 10.56% increase for the price of a one-bedroom apartment. The rent price for a DeKalb one-bedroom apartments currently stands at $733.0.

When we take a look at the two-bedroom comparison from April to May, DeKalb experienced a 12.6% increase for the price of a two-bedroom apartment. The rent price for a DeKalb two-bedroom apartments currently stands at $983.0.

May Prices: DeKalb vs. Surrounding Areas

Rent Prices in DeKalb and Surrounding Areas

Rent prices have increased in DeKalb over the last month. But how have the surrounding areas fared when it comes to the recent volatility in apartment prices? Rent prices in 0 of the DeKalb suburbs increased last month. On the other hand, 0 local areas experienced a decrease in the price of a one-bedroom apartment.

More key findings include:

  • Rents did not increase in any of the DeKalb suburbs

  • Rents did not decrease in any of the DeKalb suburbs.

May 2025 Pricing Trends: DeKalb vs. National Comparisons

New York, NY
San Francisco, CA
Washington, DC
Los Angeles, CA
Chicago, IL
Columbus, OH
Minneapolis, MN
Pittsburgh, PA
$4,098
$3,173
$2,343
$2,342
$1,887
$1,310
$1,243
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$1,350
$2,700
$4,050
$5,400
Median Rent

DeKalb Rent Prices More Affordable Than Major Cities

Rent growth in DeKalb over the past year has been on the rise. When compared to major cities nearby, along with some of the most expensive cities in the country, DeKalb average rent prices appear to be relatively affordable for local residents.

The price for a DeKalb one-bedroom apartment remains vastly more affordable than four of the largest cities in the United States — New York City, Washington, D.C. San Francisco and Los Angeles. And pricing compares quite similarly to nearby Midwest cities.

For more information about DeKalb and surrounding area rent prices, take a look at the complete data set below.

Data set for DeKalb and suburbs

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Methodology

Each month, using over 1 million Rentable listings across the United States, we calculate the median 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom rent prices by city, state, and nation, and track the month-over-month percent change. To avoid small sample sizes, we restrict the analysis for our reports to cities meeting minimum population and property count thresholds.

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